How Does the U

question 11

Multiple Choice

How does the U.S.welfare system compare with welfare systems in most European countries?

• A)The United States has a younger and smaller welfare system compared to most European countries.
• B)The United States has a younger and larger welfare system compared to most European countries.
• C)The United States has an older and smaller welfare system compared to most European countries.
• D)The United States has an older and larger welfare system compared to most European countries.
• E)The United States modeled its welfare system after European systems,so they are of similar age and size.

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